Question 1

is there any virus or condition that can affect several cranial nerves progressively? had neuritis vestibular, now neuropathy on fifth nerve, scared!

Accepted Answer

Yes: Herpes simplex or varicella can effect several cranial nerves at progressively.  Think Bell's Palsy for instance.

Question 2

how does optic neuropathy differ from optic neuritis?

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Optic neuritis: Neuropathy is damage to the nerve, i.e. Vascular oclusion or trauma.  Neuritis is inflamation to the optic nerve.

Question 3

please help! what is the difference between optic neuropathy , and optic neuritis ?

Accepted Answer

General terms: Optic neuropathy is the general term for any condition that affects the transmission or appearance of the optic nerve, the main nerve  carrying visual information from the eye to the brain.  Optic neuritis is a subset of neuropathy, referring to inflammatory conditions of the optic nerve.

Question 4

i had vestibular neuritis six months ago, and now i developed some neuropathy on the trigeminal nerve, could there be a relation?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: it is possible that they are related. The vestibular and the trigeminal nerves are both cranial nerves and it is certainly possible that whatever is causing the problem with one of them could also be affecting the other. The good news is that if your neurologist can find a treatment for one it should help the other condition. I hope you are symptoms free soon

Question 5

can cytomegalovirus cause peripheral neuropathy or vestibular neuritis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I can only relate to vestibular neuritis and yes it is virtually always a viral infection of the vestibular nerve or the ganglion cells of the vestibular nerve.  Cytomegalovirus is one of the viruses that can cause this.  It is usually a self limited disease and there is no specific treatment except for symptomatic relief.

Question 6

what actually causes the symptoms of neuritis?

Accepted Answer

Neuritis not simple: An irritated nerve will produce symptoms of pain in the nerve area, and may cause weakness as well. Usually this term is used to specify a neurve related painful condition. However, sometimes the problem is in the brain and it only seems like it is in a nerve. Vestibular neuritis is a misnomer, the problem is usually in the inner ear. Brachial plexitis is also a neuritis.

Question 7

what is mono neuritis?

Accepted Answer

Neuropathy: Mononeuritis multiplex refers to a form of peripheral nerve disorder that involves the simultaneous or sequential dysfunction of nerves typically in the lower extremities on one side.  Pain is common and involvement of the femoral nerve in the thigh is common with diabetes.  Treatment is symptomatic.

Question 8

what are diabetic neuropathies?

Accepted Answer

Poor nerve function: Nerve disease/damage thought to be caused by poor blood supply to nerves &/or high blood sugar. There are 2 types of neuropathy: peripheral and autonomic. Peripheral causes loss of feeling in hands/feet, weakness & imbalance. This can lead to wound development & possible amputation. Autonomic leads to heart problems, problems w/ body temp, erectile dysfunction, dry skin, & digestive problems.

Question 9

what treats neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Most Rx limited help: The central  nervous system is made up of the brain and the spinal cord; all the nerves to the rest of the body stem from the cns, and is called peripheral nervous system; neuropathy (n) is a disorder of the peripheral nerves. Examples are diabetic neuropathy, alcohol-induced n. And carpal tunnel, a n. Of the median nerve in the wrist. Gabapentin, lyrica, (pregabalin) tegretol etc may help but no cures, yet.

Question 10

how to manage neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Nerve symptoms: Peripheral neuropathy can be secondary to numerous causes.  It is best to uncover the cause and treat directly.  To treat symptoms, doctors might use gabapentin, lyrica, (pregabalin) or cymbalta, but a medical food such as metanx might be useful.

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